Pork Carnitas Gorditas

Gorditas are thick fried tortillas topped with a hearty filling. Make your own gordita dough with the help of store-bought masa harina. Cook pork with garlic and tomato paste, then mix with pinto beans, zesty salsa verde, buttery avocado, and fresh lime juice.

Baked Chiles Rellenos

Stuff mild poblano peppers with spicy Mexican chorizo, cheese, and fresh tortillas. Add to a baking dish, cover with a fluffy egg mixture, top with more cheese, and bake until set. Whether for brunch or dinner, this Mexican main is sure to satisfy.

Shrimp with Mole Poblano

Mole is a traditional Mexican sauce made from seasonings, chiles, onions, and the key ingredient: chocolate! It's a delicate balance of heat, spice, and sweet. Think of this recipe as a shrimp-n-dip dish–simply grill your shrimp and coat with the bold, intoxicating flavors of the mole poblano.

Give up the box mix because making Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese from scratch is easier than you think. Shredding a block of cheese adds a little more prep time but the smooth and creamy results are worth it. For more tasty mac and cheese recipes, see our complete Macaroni and Cheese recipe collection.)